Hawaiian police arrested 18 people for DUI in one week, noting a troubling 2.33% increase in DUI arrests and a significant rise in fatal crashes compared to the previous year.

An opossum was captured in Honolulu's Iwilei neighborhood, with HDOA setting baited traps after a sighting. This marks the area's third incident this year.

Rare Hawaiian snails, Achatinella fuscobasis, were reintroduced into the wild in the Ko‘olau Mountains after decades of captivity, aiming for species recovery.

The Justice Department is suing CVS for allegedly filling invalid prescriptions, contributing to the opioid crisis. The suit claims CVS prioritized profits over safety, pressuring pharmacists to fill unlawful prescriptions.

Stable, dry weather is expected in Honolulu, with some windward showers and light winds. A high surf warning continues, but no critical fire conditions are forecast.

Kaua'i firefighters extinguished a brush fire and rescued an injured hiker on Monday, demonstrating efficient and urgent response to both incidents with no reported injuries or damages.

Roadwork on Kuli Road in Lāwa‘i is extended to December 20th, causing potential delays, due to tree trimming for public safety. Commuters should seek alternatives and expect lane closures between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. near Kaumuali‘i Highway.

The Shop With a Cop event in West Hawai‘i offered 50 underprivileged children a chance to shop with law enforcement officers using donated $100 gift cards. The community-focused event aims to foster positive interactions between youth and police.

A plane crash near Ualena Street, Honolulu, prompted an emergency response, road closures, and condolences from Governor Josh Green. Operations at the airport continue as the investigation into the cause begins.

Hawai'i's DAGS and DCCA engaged in a friendly blood donation competition, each collecting 39 pints for the Blood Bank of Hawai'i during the holiday season's high-demand period.

The Hawaiʻi State Archives exhibit documents from the Pacific War Memorial Commission, highlighting efforts to commemorate WWII casualties, funding challenges, and the role of community support, including a fundraiser by Elvis Presley.

Diane Ako, a former news anchor, has joined the Hawaii Department of Accounting and General Services as its new Communications Officer to enhance public and media relations.

The article details Honolulu's stable weather conditions, a forthcoming cold front, continued dry weather for the state, aviation forecasts of mainly VFR conditions, marine forecasts of high surf warnings, and no critical fire weather conditions.